Winemaker Notes
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
Aromas of flowers, tropical pineapple and citrus, and whispers of jalapeño swirl on the nose of this wine. The palate has a plush and juicy texture, with flavors of papaya, lemon curd, salted lime and chopped herb mélange.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Tasted as a barrel sample, the bright straw-colored 2023 Sauvignon Blanc Estate is forward and bright with punchy zest, bright green herbs, salted grapefruit, and guava. Leaning to medium-bodied, it has a floral slanting profile on the palate, with a clean finish and a supple feel. Barrel Sample: (88-90)
Capable of a vast array of styles, Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp, refreshing variety that equally reflects both terroir and varietal character. Though it can vary depending on where it is grown, a couple of commonalities always exist—namely, zesty acidity and intense aromatics. This variety is of French provenance. Somm Secret—Along with Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc is a proud parent of Cabernet Sauvignon. That green bell pepper aroma that all three varieties share is no coincidence—it comes from a high concentration of pyrazines (herbaceous aromatic compounds) inherent to each member of the family.
A Sonoma sub-appellation whose boundaries cover the northeastern corner of the Russian River Valley AVA, the Chalk Hill growing area is named after its unique chalky and white, volcanic ash soils. This terrain has proven successful with white varieties, namely Chardonnay and Sauvignon blanc.